I went into last weekend feeling strong. I had committed to a kitchari mono-diet—simple, grounding, intentional. And for the first few days, I felt aligned. Clear. Focused. Proud of myself for staying the course. Then real life happened. Real life in motion—games, travel, and everything in between. We traveled to be with family for the weekend. There were soccer games, shared meals, celebrations… and my daughter’s birthday. And somewhere around day five, I felt it. That edge. Not just...

If you’re wondering what to actually eat during a cleanse, these are my go-to recipes right now—simple, nourishing meals that support your body without feeling restrictive. From a grounding kitchari to a vibrant green goddess bowl and a deeply cleansing beet soup, this is real-life food you can actually stick with.

There’s something powerful about reaching day 7 of a cleanse—not because everything has been perfect, but because it hasn’t. This past week, I traveled to Casper, Wyoming to coach a 2-day volleyball tournament. Long days, changing schedules, and being surrounded by food that didn’t align with how I am choosing to nourish myself. And still… I showed up. I packed my food. I made conscious choices. I gave myself grace when I had coffee and a glass of wine. And I kept going. That’s the work. Not...